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#252 of 990 schools in CT

Top 25% in state

Flanders Elementary School

Elementary School · Southington School District

100 Victoria Dr., Southington, CT 06489

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#252 of 990

In Southington

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

Southington School District

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Flanders Elementary School

7.9/10

Elementary School in Southington · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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6.5/10

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About Flanders Elementary School

Flanders Elementary School is a public elementary school in Southington, CT, part of Southington School District. Flanders Elementary School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Flanders Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Flanders Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,370
Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

Flanders Elementary School — Students at Flanders Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
72%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Flanders Elementary School Compares

See how Flanders Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
75th percentile in CT
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

Location

100 Victoria Dr., Southington, CT 06489

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flanders Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Urbin T. Kelley School (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Southington, see our Southington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School Southington 0.7 mi 6.1
Southington High School Southington 0.6 mi 6.5
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - HES Southington 1.1 mi
William H. Hatton Elementary School Southington 1.1 mi 7.4
R. E. Thalberg Elementary School Southington 2.1 mi 6.0
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School Southington 2.0 mi 7.7
SOUTHINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southington 2.2 mi 6.1
Urbin T. Kelley School Southington 2.3 mi 8.2
GREAT BEGINNINGS Plainville 3.3 mi
Plainville High School Plainville 3.5 mi 5.2
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southington 2.7 mi 6.2
Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School Southington 3.0 mi 8.1
South End Elementary School Plantsville 3.5 mi 7.6
Linden Street School Plainville 3.8 mi 6.0
John F. Kennedy Middle School Plantsville 3.4 mi 6.4
Slade Middle School New Britian 3.8 mi 2.8
Lincoln Elementary School New Britain 3.8 mi 3.1
Mary E. Griswold School Kensington 3.7 mi 6.9
Vance Elementary School New Britain 4.0 mi 3.4
Frank T. Wheeler School Plainville 4.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06489 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,543

Median Home Value

$360,600

Median Rent

$1,440/mo

Population

32,444

College Educated

43.8%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

44.3

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Sunnyside School Shelton, CT 7.9
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Mary T. Murphy School Branford, CT 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flanders Elementary School

What grades does Flanders Elementary School serve?

Flanders Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Flanders Elementary School?

Flanders Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Flanders Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Flanders Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Flanders Elementary School rank in CT?

Flanders Elementary School ranks #252 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Flanders Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Flanders Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Flanders Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Flanders Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Flanders Elementary School a charter school?

No, Flanders Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Flanders Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Flanders Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Flanders Elementary School?

37.4% of students at Flanders Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

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